![]() Not only is he making his linemates better, but he is also having a positive impact on the game. What this means is that although the Kraken may not be scoring a ton of goals, when Schwartz is on the ice, Seattle is generating offensive scoring chances while also keeping the puck out of the defensive zone. The same can be said about both lines’ expected goals percentage, which are above 60%. Despite his inconsistent linemates, both have a Corsi percentage above 60. He has spent over 30 minutes of even-strength ice time on a line with Matty Beniers and Oliver Bjorkstrand, as well as with Alex Wennberg and Jordan Eberle. Schwartz’s start to the season is also impressive, considering he hasn’t had consistent linemates. Related: Kraken’s Jaden Schwartz Finding Offensive Game After Slow Start The hope is the on-ice save percentage will even out, which should lead to a more balanced plus/minus by the end of the season. His goaltenders have only produced an 80% save percentage, which is a massive reason why he has been outscored seven to three at even strength. After seven games, he is a minus-5 on the season, but it isn’t necessarily his fault. Schwartz’s one less glamorous stat is his plus/minus. Jaden Schwartz, Seattle Kraken ( Amy Irvin / The Hockey Writers) Individually, he has 17 shots on goal and has created six high-danger scoring chances, showing that last season’s struggles are behind him. The Kraken have also outshot the opposition 53-35 while he is on the ice and generated 22 high-danger scoring chances compared to 16 given up. He has three primary assists and boasts a 58.14% Corsi for rating. Schwartz’s Even Strength DominanceĪt even strength, Schwartz has been everything the Kraken hoped he would be when they signed him to his massive free-agent contract. This season, he is proving doubters wrong, thanks to a strong first seven games with three goals and three assists. He also only produced eight goals and 23 points during that span, leading to debates on whether or not the signing was a mistake. After signing a five-year deal that carries a cap hit of $5.5 million per season, the former Stanley Cup Champion only appeared in 37 games last season due to injury. Jaden Schwartz’s first season with the Seattle Kraken was a disappointment.
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